Software Engineer- Game Server Hosting

Overview

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. A community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen. This is a hybrid role (3 days per week) based in the Vancouver or Austin office.

The Game Server Hosting team builds the main Kubernetes based infrastructure behind EA's multiplayer titles and the platforms powering the next generation of games. We are looking for a Software Engineer to help evolve our game server platform and deliver EA's next great multiplayer experience.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you'll collaborate with engineers, product managers, and team leaders to build high-quality systems that power EA games and dedicated servers. You'll work in a collaborative environment where learning, feedback, and continuous improvement are encouraged.

• Develop well-tested, maintainable code following peer-reviewed standards
• Collaborate across teams and time zones to design solutions that balance priorities and requirements
• As a part of 24/7 oncall, debug production issues and contribute to post-mortems with a focus on learning and improvement

• 3+ years developing scalable web services using modern programming languages - Golang, C# or Java
• 1+ year working with modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or VueJS)
• Familiarity with one or more cloud platforms - AWS, Azure, GCP
• Working knowledge of SQL & No
  
  SQL databases
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Compensation And Benefits

The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).

PAY RANGES

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$100,000 - $139,500 CAD

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation  British Columbia, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees.

Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth. We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life.

Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law.

EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.